The Company Itself Is Good, But The Department Managers Make The Job! - Client Account Owner CAE Employee Review

5.0
Jan 17, 2023
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Pros

Great coworkers, flexible remote working, lots of vacation time, good insurance.

Cons

Since I was switching industries coming on board, I discussed with my manager during the interview process my concerns about getting lots of extra support as I transitioned to this new career path. She promised she would make sure I got adequate support and make sure I could succeed there. In reality, my training consisted of showing me how to do stuff one time without explaining the why and where it needed to happen, teling me to pull up her folder of outdated training materials to look it up for myself after that. Allowing my trainer to take vacation three times since I started with nobody as her backup, gave me all of the projects nobody else wanted to do with no support to ensure I could get them done- including making me responsible for two of the largest sales managers in the department. In fact, the only time I ever spoke to my manger was to be fussed at for doing things wrong. She would get onto me for not asking her questions and missing deadlines, but get annoyed if I asked her to walk me through things to ensure they are done correctly.

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5.0
Mar 3, 2026
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Pros

CAE has been an incredibly supportive place to build a career. Leaders genuinely invest in your development, and there’s a strong culture of learning, collaboration, and trust. I’ve always felt empowered to bring ideas forward and take on new challenges. The company cares about its people, provides flexibility when it matters, and creates an environment where you can grow personally and professionally. Proud to be part of this organization.

Cons

The company is evolving fast, which is good—but change can be emotionally challenging for teams navigating uncertainty.

5.0
Mar 8, 2026
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Pros

CAE offers the opportunity to work in a highly respected and technically advanced aviation environment. The work itself is meaningful, especially knowing the impact our services have on pilot safety and training outcomes. Many of the employees are knowledgeable, dedicated, and genuinely care about doing the right thing for clients. The Las Vegas team is collaborative, and there is a strong sense of teamwork when challenges arise. Leadership has supported improvements during periods of transition, including operational changes and facility moves, and there is exposure to multiple areas of the business that support my professional growth. CAE also provides solid benefits and stability as a global organization, which is reassuring in a fast-changing industry.

Cons

Like many large organizations, business decisions are made without the appropriate change management or the end user being considered. Resource constraints, such has limitations on hiring, particularly during periods of growth place additional strain on frontline teams. Communication and alignment between departments or Centers are inconsistent. Some operational issues would benefit from more proactive planning rather than reactive fixes. There are opportunities to further invest in tools, equipment, and infrastructure to better support employees and client.

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